As the sun set on another weekend at the Indian box office, a surprise emerged from the heartlands. Kesari Chapter 2, the action sequel that flew under the radar pre-release, delivered a rare Saturday boost and closed Sunday with serious momentum. Meanwhile, Jaat continued to flex its regional might in the North, and holdovers like Good Bad Ugly and Sikandar moved into their next chapters — one still riding high, the other slowly fading.
Let’s dive into how the weekend unfolded.
Kesari Chapter 2 Surprises with Strong Weekend Surge
3-day total: ₹29.5 Cr
Opening day numbers didn’t raise eyebrows, but what happened next did. Kesari Chapter 2 leaped from ₹6.8 Cr on Friday to ₹10.2 Cr on Saturday, and topped off with ₹12.5 Cr on Sunday — a rare growth trend in a market where most films frontload.
The film’s gritty, massy appeal found traction in single screens and small towns. While the start was soft, its audience — action lovers, youth in tier-2 centers — showed up when word-of-mouth kicked in. Theatrical owners in B and C centers reported a significant uptick in footfalls, suggesting Kesari Chapter 2 may just be getting started.
Jaat Maintains a Solid Northern Stronghold
11-day total undisclosed (2nd weekend holding well)
With its earthy texture and regional resonance, Jaat continued its steady march across Punjab and Delhi-UP. Despite a slate of new releases, the film showed only a marginal dip in its second weekend — rare for a Punjabi-language title facing national competition.
Second Weekend Collection: ₹12 crore nett (Total ₹74.4 crore after 11 days)
The second weekend showed a drop, especially on Friday and Saturday.
Sunday saw a 33.33% increase to ₹5 crore, making up some of the lost ground.
Performance Insights:
The film faced competition from new releases, which likely impacted its weekend performance.
Despite the drop, it continues to perform well in Rajasthan, Delhi/UP, and East Punjab.
The action drama’s rural themes and raw intensity have struck a chord with core audiences. If this pace holds, trade circles anticipate a semi-hit verdict, and possibly more if it crosses critical lifetime milestones.
Good Bad Ugly Eyes ₹150 Cr Club
11-day total: ₹137.65 Cr
After an explosive first week, Good Bad Ugly has started to cool — but it’s still raking in solid numbers. The film absorbed most of its box office juice early on, but metros continue to show decent occupancy, especially in premium formats.
Current Collection: ₹137.65 crore nett after 11 days
First week collections stood at ₹119.15 crore nett, with a steady increase through the weekend (Sunday: ₹22.3 crore).
The film had a drop on weekdays but recovered slightly on Friday and Saturday of the second week.
Performance Insights:
The film performed well despite a 48.72% drop on Day 2 (Friday).
Sunday recovery, especially in Tamil and Telugu circuits, contributed to a positive second weekend.
While it’s unlikely to replicate its week-one highs, a ₹150 Cr lifetime finish isn’t off the table yet. The film’s slick storytelling and stylish packaging have given it an edge with multiplex audiences, even as its mass hold softens.
Others in the Frame
• Sikandar – ₹109.95 Cr (20 days)
Despite a strong opening stretch, Sikandar is now coasting. Given Salman Khan’s brand and the film’s Eid release, its trajectory has left trade watchers underwhelmed. The film’s Box Office run has enden now.
• Bazooka – ₹12.35 Cr (9 days)
With sluggish weekday numbers and no weekend bump, Bazooka appears to be running out of steam. A short-lived theatrical run seems imminent unless word-of-mouth pulls a late trick — which so far, it hasn’t.
Total Collection: ₹12.35 crore nett (9 days)
The film had a weak opening weekend, with ₹3.2 crore nett on Day 1 and declining from there.
By its second Friday, the collection had dropped drastically to ₹0.25 crore.
Performance Insights:
The film underperformed, especially in key markets outside Kerala, which was its strongest region.
Despite having a popular star (Mammootty), Bazooka struggled to find a substantial audience, and its performance was lackluster across most circuits.
Disclaimer: Boxoffice Numbers are Based on estimates and the data provided by Sacnilk and subject to change
As Kesari Chapter 2 surprises with legs and Jaat holds its northern ground, the weekend leaves the industry watching closely. With new titles arriving next Friday, the coming days could reshape the chart once again — but for now, it’s a victory lap for a film few saw coming.
